2018 MLB Coach of the Year, Houston Astros pitching coach Brent Strom makes a mound visit.
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Work Continues on New Ukraine Baseball Complex with ISG Help
For over a year now, the Ukraine Federation, with the help of ISG Baseball, has been constructing the first real baseball field in this Eastern European country more renowned recently for political intrigue. Little known to the rest of the world, volunteers have been laboring to finish work on what will be the premier field in the Ukraine.
In the past weeks, work has is progressing on the new dugouts and other off-field construction. As one would expect, it is difficult economically to complete such a massive project so progress has been slow. Add to this, the fact that all of the work is being done by folks who also have other daily responsibilities, it is understandable why the work sometimes stalls. Besides, winter will come soon to that part of the world, making further progress difficult.
However, since we first published photos of ground breaking, much has been accomplished. Recent donations of funds will make it possible for the Ukrainians to erect the dugouts for the complex and put the finishing touches on the infield. Following are some photos of the complex now.
In the past weeks, work has is progressing on the new dugouts and other off-field construction. As one would expect, it is difficult economically to complete such a massive project so progress has been slow. Add to this, the fact that all of the work is being done by folks who also have other daily responsibilities, it is understandable why the work sometimes stalls. Besides, winter will come soon to that part of the world, making further progress difficult.
However, since we first published photos of ground breaking, much has been accomplished. Recent donations of funds will make it possible for the Ukrainians to erect the dugouts for the complex and put the finishing touches on the infield. Following are some photos of the complex now.
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ISG - Same Mission and Goals;
Brand New Name
Over the past decade or so, one of the major corporate trends has been re-branding of product names and symbols. Like using Twitter and Snapchat, it's seems to be the "in" thing to do. Well, we at ISG are not immune to these trends...in fact we have decided to embrace them.
Although the main thrust of International Sports Group (ISG) has always been the development and education of baseball coaches worldwide, over the years our name has caused some confusion in sporting circles. Originally, our beloved founder Bill Arce intended that the group not only educate coaches, but also arrange opportunities for baseball and softball teams to visit Europe and compete internationally. However, the mission of educating baseball coaches soon became the overriding passion of our organization.
Because everyone in baseball recognizes our initials - ISG - and associates them with baseball clinics, seminars and licensing opportunities, we have decided to only use those initials in the future. From this point on, all of our publicity and endeavors will be re-labeled with a name we think is a much more accurate reflection of our mission and our goals.
We look forward to serving the baseball federations of the world as we head into our 36th year flying our new colors and our new brand -- ISG BASEBALL
Although the main thrust of International Sports Group (ISG) has always been the development and education of baseball coaches worldwide, over the years our name has caused some confusion in sporting circles. Originally, our beloved founder Bill Arce intended that the group not only educate coaches, but also arrange opportunities for baseball and softball teams to visit Europe and compete internationally. However, the mission of educating baseball coaches soon became the overriding passion of our organization.
Because everyone in baseball recognizes our initials - ISG - and associates them with baseball clinics, seminars and licensing opportunities, we have decided to only use those initials in the future. From this point on, all of our publicity and endeavors will be re-labeled with a name we think is a much more accurate reflection of our mission and our goals.
We look forward to serving the baseball federations of the world as we head into our 36th year flying our new colors and our new brand -- ISG BASEBALL
No Excuse for Negative Coaching
(This article appeared on the Changing the Game Project website and its philosophy is shared by the ISG Baseball Board of Directors.)
One of the best resources coaches have on the internet, the Changing the Game Project continually prints articles of pivotal importance for coaches of all sports at all levels.
A recent article focused on the importance of remaining positive with athletes and avoiding abuse.
All too often, the media reprints horror stories about the screaming youth league coach or punishment drills that abuse kids. Read the following article to see some of the scientific evidence for these shortsighted approaches to coaching and the lasting damage that can be done to athletes.
https://changingthegameproject.com/no-excuse-for-the-abuse/
One of the best resources coaches have on the internet, the Changing the Game Project continually prints articles of pivotal importance for coaches of all sports at all levels.
A recent article focused on the importance of remaining positive with athletes and avoiding abuse.
All too often, the media reprints horror stories about the screaming youth league coach or punishment drills that abuse kids. Read the following article to see some of the scientific evidence for these shortsighted approaches to coaching and the lasting damage that can be done to athletes.
https://changingthegameproject.com/no-excuse-for-the-abuse/
Baseball Canada's Vision for Long Term Athletic Development Shared in Coaching Tips Section
Baseball Canada is miles ahead of the curve when it comes to developing athletes for life-long success. Thanks to our friend Andre Lachance, they have allowed us to share the scope of that vision with you. Check out our coaching tips section for a graphic illustration of their LTAD plans.
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